Mars Komagatake 2014 (bottled 2017) (cask 1782) vs Benromach 30 Year Old - 2000s
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mars Komagatake 2014 (bottled 2017) (cask 1782)
Shinshu
£170
Benromach 30 Year Old - 2000s
Benromach
★ 5.00
£226
| Mars Komagatake 2014 (bottled 2017) (cask 1782) | Benromach 30 Year Old - 2000s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Shinshu | Benromach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 61.8% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 30 yr |
| Price | £170.04 | £225.54 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mars Komagatake 2014 (bottled 2017) (cask 1782)
Benromach 30 Year Old - 2000s
Mars Komagatake 2014 (bottled 2017) (cask 1782)
Benromach 30 Year Old - 2000s
Quick verdict
Benromach 30 Year Old - 2000s is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mars Komagatake 2014 (bottled 2017) (cask 1782) is better value at £170 vs £226.
For beginners: Benromach 30 Year Old - 2000s is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Mars Komagatake 2014 (bottled 2017) (cask 1782)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£170.04 vs £225.54)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (61.8%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Benromach 30 Year Old - 2000s
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£225.54 vs £170.04)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Mars?
Mars Komagatake 2014 (bottled 2017) (cask 1782) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Benromach?
Benromach 30 Year Old - 2000s is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Mars Komagatake 2014 (bottled 2017) (cask 1782)
Only Benromach 30 Year Old - 2000s